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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Framber Valdez, 32-year-old left-hander signed by Detroit Tigers to a $115M contract, served a 5-game suspension after intentionally throwing at Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story on May 5, 2026. The incident occurred after Valdez allowed 10 runs (7 earned) in 3+ innings, including back-to-back home runs. His suspension was reduced from 6 to 5 games after dropping his appeal. Valdez returned to action on May 13 against the Mets with a solid 7-inning start (7 strikeouts), though the Tigers lost in extra innings. Through 8 starts in 2026, Valdez posted a 2-2 record with 4.57 ERA, 1.41 WHIP, 35 strikeouts and 15 walks in 43.1 innings. He had been sharp in his 4 starts prior to the incident (6 runs, 17 hits in 23.1 innings). Valdez expressed regret about the suspension and its impact on the team, particularly with multiple starters already on the injured list.
Strengths
- + Solid return start after suspension with 7 strikeouts vs Mets
- + Sharp performance in 4 starts prior to incident (6 runs in 23.1 innings)
- + Veteran pitcher with All-Star experience (2x All-Star)
- + Expressed accountability and commitment to help team win
- + Able to maintain normal workload during suspension with bullpen sessions
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Framber Valdez is a sp for the Detroit Tigers.
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